Zoos & Wildlife Parks
Zoo visitors cover more ground, stay longer, and spend more when they ride. A Wattman electric trackless train improves visitor flow, adds a reliable daily revenue stream, and runs a full day on a single overnight charge.
A zoo without a train moves visitors on foot. That limits how much ground they cover, how long they stay, and how much they spend. A trackless train changes that dynamic.
Visitors who ride see more of the zoo in less time. They return to areas they would have skipped. They stay longer. And because the train is a ticketed attraction, it generates revenue from the first ride of the day to the last.
Wattman trains have been running in U.S. zoos and wildlife parks for over 30 years. The electric drive system produces no fumes, no noise beyond the locomotive sound effects, and no disruption to the animals or the guest experience.
A direct ticket revenue stream from day one of operation
Improved visitor flow across the full zoo grounds
Longer average visit times and higher per-visit spending
Zero emissions and minimal noise — suitable for animal environments
Accessible transport for guests with limited mobility
Both models run on the same proven electric drive system and carry full U.S. certification. The choice comes down to your zoo's footprint and how many guests you want to move per ride cycle.
These are some of the zoos and wildlife parks across the United States where Wattman trains operate daily.
Yes. The Wattman electric drive system produces zero emissions and minimal operational noise beyond the optional locomotive sound effects. This makes it compatible with animal enclosures and naturalistic zoo environments where gas-powered engines would be disruptive.
No track is required. The Wattman Mini Express and Maxi Express are fully trackless and operate on standard paved surfaces including asphalt and concrete pathways. No infrastructure investment or ground modification is needed.
The Mini Express delivers up to 16 hours of runtime indoors and 12 hours outdoors on a single overnight charge. The Maxi Express delivers 12 to 14 hours depending on configuration. Both trains recharge on a standard 120V AC connection during closing hours.
Every Wattman train meets ASTM F2291 and ASTM F1193, the U.S. standards for amusement ride design and construction, independently certified by TÜV Nederland. Full documentation is provided with every unit to support your local permitting and insurance requirements.
Yes. Wattman USA works with U.S.-based financing partners to offer flexible terms starting from $0 down for qualified operators. Seasonal and deferred payment structures are available for venues with seasonal revenue cycles.
A 20-minute call covers which model fits your grounds, what configuration makes sense, and what a realistic return looks like for your visitor numbers.
